Rhododendron 'Unique'

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Rhododendron, 'Unique'

 
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Information by:         Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

Rhododendrons vary in habit, flower color, size & tolerances but most are known for their vivid display of flowers in various colors in the early to mid Spring and large, leathery, medium green leaves on a plant 4-12' tall and almost as wide. Large red flowers, does best in semishade. Small plant can produce flowers in fall, too.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White, Multi-Colored

 

Flower Season

Spring, Constant

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.